The Wells County Chamber of Commerce staff, ambassadors, dance moms, dance students, and family surprised owner Andrea Mann, with ABC Studio & Activity Center, located at 1169 North Main Street in Bluffton, as the August member of the month.
ABC Studio & Activity Center proudly celebrates its 7th anniversary this year, marking a significant milestone since its inception in 2017. Founded by owner Andrea Mann, the studio has experienced remarkable growth, providing a safe and nurturing environment for children to explore their passions and talents.
From its modest beginnings, ABC Studio & Activity Center has flourished year after year, offering a diverse range of programs to cater to the community’s needs. The studio started with dance classes and later expanded its offerings to include tumbling, competitive dance, and a mini POM squad for cheerleading enthusiasts. Most notably, the Gymabilities class has been introduced to support children aged 4 and above, facing minimal to moderate challenges, such as developmental delay, attention deficit, Autism, sensory issues, coordination problems, fear of movement, and more.
The driving force behind ABC Studio’s continued success is Mann’s unwavering dedication and commitment to creating a safe and inclusive space for children to learn, have fun, and build confidence. Mann expresses her gratitude to her family, especially her husband and children, for their patience and support in making the studio a thriving reality.
“This journey has been truly meaningful, and I feel blessed to see our studio grow and positively impact the lives of so many children,” Mann said. “As we celebrate this milestone, I dedicate every achievement to my late mother, whose birthday we commemorate today. She remains my guiding light, and I strive to honor her through our endeavors.”
As the studio’s popularity continues to surge, it faces its biggest hurdle — limited space. Mann and her team are determined to address this constraint and hope to establish a new facility in the near future. Additionally, plans are underway to introduce a competitive cheer team and explore partnerships with preschools and homeschool groups to extend their reach and impact in the community.
Throughout the year, ABC Studio & Activity Center has touched the lives of nearly 250 children through its various programs. The studio remains committed to its core values of modesty, affordability, and a strong focus on promoting healthy and active lifestyles for kids.
Mann credits the success of ABC Studio & Activity Center to the hard work and dedication of her Assistant Director, Jordyn Shumate. “Jordyn’s exceptional contributions have been invaluable to our growth and achievements. Her commitment to our vision and her passion for enriching children’s lives make her an indispensable part of our team,” Mann said.
The studio’s programs run year-round, offering a vibrant summer schedule, including free classes through the parks department, encouraging children to embrace an active lifestyle. The bulk of programs are set to begin in September, with most running in six-week intervals.
As ABC Studio & Activity Center looks back on seven years of inspiring young hearts and minds, it eagerly embraces the future with aspirations of continued growth, expanded programming, and a new facility to better serve the community’s needs.
